Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator - Certified (4th Creek WWTP)Public Utilities DepartmentSalary Range: Operator I - $20.76 - $34.26 HourlyOperator II - $22.89 - $37.76 HourlyOperator III - $24.03 - $39.64 HourlyOperator IV - $26.50 - $43.72 HourlyFLSA Position Class: Full-time, Non-ExemptWork Schedule: 12-hour shift, 8AM - 8 PM, 3 days on/ 2 days off, 2 days on/ 3 days offPosting Closing Date: October 8, 2026SummaryThis position is responsible for performing semi-skilled work in the operation of a wastewater treatment plant.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesNOTE: Employee may be required to respond to a disaster, either natural or man-made, to serve the citizens of Statesville and meet the needs of the organization, which may result in the assignment of other duties and take precedence over duties described in this job description. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive.Conducts regular tours of the plant, equipment, and adjacent buildings.Monitors and records readings from gauges, meters, control panels, and other instruments.Conducts frequent equipment checks.Regulates and adjusts motors, pumps, blowers, valves, and other apparatuses to meet changing operating conditions.Performs various tests.Operates dewatering press, changes disk charts.Pumps sludge, drains tanks, cleans clarifiers, and skims grease from settling tanks.Cleans and services pumps, motors, and other equipment.Makes minor or emergency repairs; performs minor preventive maintenance on plant equipment.Performs general plant maintenance and cleaning duties.Follows all safety policies and procedures in performing duties.Performs other duties as assigned.Minimum RequirementsEducation and/or ExperienceOperator IHigh School Diploma or GED.Possession of a valid NC Wastewater Treatment Operator I certification.Ability to obtain a NC Wastewater Treatment Operator II certification (within 18 months of promotion).Operator IIHigh School Diploma or GED.Possession of a valid NC Wastewater Treatment Operator II certification.Minimum of 1 year of experience in the operation and maintenance of machinery and equipment in a wastewater treatment plant.Operator IIIHigh School Diploma or GED.Possession of a valid NC Wastewater Treatment Operator III certification.Minimum of 2 years of experience in the operation and maintenance of machinery and equipment in a wastewater treatment plant.Operator IVHigh School Diploma or GED.Possession of a valid NC Wastewater Treatment Operator IV certification.Minimum of 3 years of experience in the operation and maintenance of machinery and equipment in a wastewater treatment plant.RequirementsPossession of a valid North Carolina driver's license, or any valid driver's license with ability to obtain a North Carolina driver's license within 60 days of establishing a permanent residence in North Carolina.Supplemental InformationKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesKnowledge of the operating characteristics, maintenance requirement, tools, and equipment required of wastewater treatment plant operations.Knowledge of the state and federal water and wastewater treatment quality regulations.Knowledge of hydraulic, chemical, and mechanical principles pertinent to wastewater treatment plant operations.Knowledge of the occupational hazards and the necessary safety precautions for this work.Ability to detect defects in the operation of mechanical equipment and to determine proper remedial measures.Ability to conduct routine water quality tests, read meters and charts accurately, and then correctly record results.Ability to operate, maintain, and repair a variety of wastewater collection and treatment equipment.Ability to maintain accurate records and create detailed reports.Ability to communicate ideas clearly, concisely, and effectively, both orally and in writing.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, other departments, supervisors, and the public.Job Related Physical Activity RequirementsThis position involves heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical activity related to this position may require the use of fingers and hands, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word and to convey detailed or important instructions to others; hearing is required to respond to spoken words and to receive and understand information; visual acuity is required for visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring or testing devices, operation of machines or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities.Working ConditionsThe employee is subject to both indoor and outdoor environmental conditions including extreme heat and cold, rain, fumes, odors, dust, gases, oils, cutting fluids, vibration, poor ventilation, wastewater, and hazards including exposure to chemicals, moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, and work in narrow or confined spaces and may be exposed to blood and other potentially infectious materials. Employees are required to be "on-call," and may work nights, weekends, or during emergency situations.BenefitsBenefits At A GlanceBenefits are a valuable part of your total compensation at City of Statesville. Your benefits package provides protection for you and your family with expenses shared by the city or available to you at discounted group rates. Below is a brief summary of the choices available to all eligible regular, full-time employees. Part-time employees' benefits differ from full-time employees' benefits and are listed below.Our current Open Enrollment Guide for City Benefits can be found here: City of Statesville BenefitsFull-Time Employee BenefitsHealth & Welfare BenefitsHealth Care Insurance PPO or HDHP/Prescription Drug ProgramLifestyle programs (weight management, Tobacco Cessation, Stress Management)Telehealth Online Appointments 24/7Dental InsuranceVision InsuranceLife InsuranceAccidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)Flexible Spending Account (FSA)Dependent Care Reimbursement (DCFSA)Health Savings Account (HSA)Travel Accident InsuranceEmployee Assistance Plan (EAP)Tuition ReimbursementSecondary Language Incentive PayBereavement LeaveRetirement BenefitsPension Plan – NC Local Government Employee Retirement System (LGERS)NC 401(k) EmpowerNC Roth 401(k) EmpowerNC 401(k) Match Empower457(b) NationwideRoth 457(b) NationwideFireman's Pension FundTime-Off BenefitsTwelve (12) Paid HolidaysVacation